retube

/ˈrɛtʊb/

Definitions

1. verb

To insert new tubing into an existing tube or pipe, often as a repair or replacement.

“The plumber had to retube the old faucet to fix the leak.”

2. noun

A new tube or pipe inserted into an existing one, especially in plumbing or engineering contexts.

“The retube was successfully installed, and the system is now operational.”

Synonyms

  • reline
  • repipe

Antonyms

  • remove